389: Culture-First Travel: Marissa Strang on Egypt, Cuba and Centering Women’s Stories in India
Hear how immersive travel experiences challenged stereotypes and deepened Marissa’s commitment to community-led tourism. Travel creator Marissa Strang shares how immersive travel experiences across Cuba, Egypt, Jordan, Iceland and India shaped her approach to culture-first travel and community-led tourism. She reflects on studying Afro-Latin dance in Cuba, taking her first solo trip through Iceland, honeymooning...
390: Travel as Rebellion: Marissa Strang on Representation, Storytelling and Supporting Local Communities
Hear how Marissa built a full-time travel career while advocating for inclusion, ethical tourism and local stories. Travel creator Marissa Strang shares stories from Japan, Switzerland and Egypt while reflecting on the emotional realities of building a life through travel. She discusses leaving corporate America to become a full-time content creator, balancing documentation with being...